撰写Supreme Leader: Chinese-style modernization is not only based on its own national conditions, but also draws lessons from the experience of other countries. It not only inherits history and culture, but also integrates modern civilization, which not only benefits the people of China, but also promotes the common development of the world. It is the only way for us to build a strong country and rejuvenate our nation, and it is also the only way for China to seek human progress and world harmony.
This passage is from the keynote speech delivered by General Secretary of the Supreme Leader at the high-level dialogue meeting between the Communist Party of China (CPC) and the world political parties on March 15th, 2023.
In modern times, due to the invasion of western powers and the corruption of feudal rule in China, the country was humiliated, the people were suffering and the civilization was dusty, and the people’s lives were very difficult. Taking the road of modernization to achieve national independence and national prosperity has been the dream pursued by the Chinese nation since modern times. Countless people with lofty ideals rose up and resisted, but eventually ended in failure.
In order to realize this dream, the Communist Party of China (CPC), once established, will resolutely shoulder the historical mission of realizing the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, unite and lead the people of all ethnic groups throughout the country to fight tenaciously and hard for the prosperity of the country, the rejuvenation of the nation and the happiness of the people.
From the new democratic revolution to socialist construction, from reform and opening up to entering a new era, the Communist Party of China (CPC) combined Marxism with China’s national conditions, United and led generations of China people to advance wave after wave, constantly explored and practiced, and creatively embarked on a Chinese-style modernization road, creating a miracle of rapid economic development and long-term social stability. The Chinese nation ushered in a great leap from standing up, becoming rich and becoming strong. China’s process of exploring modernization not only closely combines its own national conditions, but also draws lessons from the outstanding achievements of human civilization. It not only inherits history and culture, but also integrates modern civilization. It is a new picture different from the western modernization model and a brand-new form of human civilization.
Today, the fruits of Chinese-style modernization are benefiting the daily life of all China people. The high-speed rail independently developed by China reaches the whole country, and its convenient and comfortable travel service greatly facilitates the exchange of people from all over the country; The number of domestic large aircraft orders at home and abroad has reached 1000, and it is expected to be put into commercial use soon; With the rapid development and popularization of Internet technology and application, the production and life of China people are becoming more and more intelligent. With a smart phone, not only many problems such as food, clothing, housing and transportation can be solved, but also efficient mechanized production in the field and workshop can be realized … … While benefiting the people of China, Chinese modernization is also bringing new changes to all countries in the world. On April 13th, the China-Laos Railway International Passenger Train was launched, which directly promoted the tourism development and economic and trade exchanges between China and Laos. In recent years, China International Import Expo, China International Consumer Goods Expo and other international exhibitions have made it easier for high-quality products from all over the world to enter the China market and enjoy the dividends brought by China, a world supermarket; The Belt and Road Initiative, which is based on the principle of mutual cooperation, joint construction and sharing, is exerting remarkable benefits, further enhancing policy communication and infrastructure interconnection among countries and regions along the route, and deepening economic and trade cooperation and cultural exchanges … …
Promoting Chinese modernization is not only the central task of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and China in the coming period, but also the only correct way to build a strong country and national rejuvenation. Taking the road of peaceful development will be one of the most distinctive features of this process. History and reality will eventually prove that the great practice of Chinese modernization will not only continue to benefit the people of China, but also make new contributions to human progress and world harmony.
Special Expert of this issue: Zou Yuchun, Development Sociology Research Office of China Academy of Social Sciences.